Best Practices for Steel Joist, Joist Girder, and Steel Deck Construction [Y2]

There's a lot to consider when it comes to the economies of various combinations of joists, joist girders, bridging, and deck that create bay framing. Which span-to-depth ratio is most economical? What about special shapes and freight? Joist spacing versus deck gage and type? And what about fastener types and installation protocol for the deck? We'll review the relative cost impacts of special loads and conditions (such as a concentrated load at undefined locations).

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